Mission Home Front Veteran Legal Support

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Serving those who served

100% Dedication to Veteran Support.

Bardia Bastin with a fellow veteran advocate at a community event

Bardia Bastin at George Mason University

Our story

Why Mission Home Front

Mission Home Front grew out of founder Bardia Bastin’s firsthand experience representing older Veterans whose military service and long-term trauma had made it difficult for them to navigate daily life, government systems, and the benefits process.

Again and again, he encountered Veterans with significant needs whose cases were difficult, time-intensive, and often financially unattractive to traditional private practices. Some required substantial assistance simply to gather records, understand notices, communicate with agencies, or complete the steps necessary to obtain benefits. In many instances, the financial value of the claim did not reflect how important the outcome was to the Veteran.

That gap is especially apparent in matters such as VA debt elimination, VA pension benefits, Specially Adapted Housing grants, Medicaid eligibility and access, Home and Community-Based Services waiver programs, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security retirement benefits, and disputes involving Social Security overpayments or debt. These matters may generate little or no attorney’s fee, but their outcomes can be life-changing—determining whether someone can escape overwhelming debt, remain safely in their home, obtain necessary care, secure a basic source of income, or live with greater independence and stability.

Mission Home Front was created to help address that disconnect. The organization operates from the principle that the importance of a matter should be measured by its effect on a person’s life, not simply by the revenue it can generate.

Mission Home Front also uses a sliding-scale model based on each individual’s economic circumstances. By meeting people where they are financially, the organization seeks to make experienced advocacy available to individuals who might otherwise fall between traditional legal aid and private representation.

At its core, Mission Home Front exists to take on difficult, time-intensive, and often overlooked matters that can make an extraordinary difference in the lives of Veterans and other underserved individuals. Its broader hope is simply that this work can be one example of what it looks like to notice where people are being missed and to respond in a practical way. The organization begins with Veterans because that is where this need was encountered firsthand, but the underlying idea is not unique to one population. If the work can help meet some of those needs while encouraging others to recognize similar gaps in the communities and professions they know best, that would be meaningful in itself.

Our mission

Mission Home Front is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans, vulnerable individuals, and underserved communities through accessible legal representation, housing assistance, and access to essential benefits and services. Our mission is to prevent homelessness, promote financial stability, and empower individuals to achieve security, dignity, and independence.

Board of Directors

Bardia Bastin Founder & Attorney Founder of Mission Home Front and an attorney focused on Veterans’ benefits and appellate advocacy. Through his legal work, Bardia has represented Veterans and their families in complex matters involving disability compensation, service connection, effective dates, dependency benefits, and appeals before the Board of Veterans’ Appeals and the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. His work emphasizes detailed legal research, record development, and advocacy aimed at ensuring Veterans receive the benefits and procedural protections available to them. As founder of Mission Home Front, Bardia is focused on expanding support for Veterans and other underserved individuals navigating complex legal and government systems.

Nathan Cironi Cybersecurity, EY Career auditor at EY with experience in information technology, project management, financial oversight, and fraud, waste, and abuse analysis. Nathan has extensive experience working with nonprofit organizations, including auditing 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) entities, recommending process and funding improvements, and preparing more than 100 Forms 990. His background in financial controls, risk assessment, nonprofit compliance, and organizational management provides valuable expertise in governance and operational oversight. Nathan is committed to supporting organizations that serve disadvantaged and underserved communities.

Brendan Ryan Partner, Hayden Ryan & Ciullo Co-founder and Partner at Hayden Ryan & Ciullo. Brendan is a trial lawyer with experience handling complex commercial litigation involving significant financial, operational, and reputational stakes. His practice has included class actions, contract disputes, employment matters, antitrust litigation, and other high-stakes matters across federal and state courts. He also has substantial pro bono experience and has worked on Veterans’ issues involving due process protections, VA debt collection practices, and U.S. Treasury procedures. Brendan brings strong legal judgment, risk-management experience, and a demonstrated commitment to public-interest advocacy.

Evgeni Iattcheni Attorney Evgeni is a seasoned New York real estate attorney with extensive experience in the title insurance industry and a background in litigation. He prides himself on formulating creative solutions, providing a personable experience, and efficiently closing matters of varying complexity. Evgeni also has a strong commitment to providing pro bono or discounted legal services to individuals facing difficult circumstances, and is proud to serve on the Board of Directors of Mission Home Front.

GMU Project Team

Why we chose to help

Elias Hafiz

Elias wanted to help Mission Home Front because he believes in supporting organizations that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. He was motivated by the opportunity to lead a team working toward a cause that supports veterans and their families.

Ahmad Kohistani

Ahmad wanted to contribute to a project that gives back to the community. He saw Mission Home Front as an opportunity to help connect people with important services and make it easier for veterans to find the support they need.

Jesus Ruvalcaba

Jesus wanted to support Mission Home Front because veterans deserve access to resources that can help them navigate difficult situations. He was motivated by the opportunity to help make the organization's processes easier and allow its team to focus more on helping people.

Erick Solis

Erick wanted to help Mission Home Front because he believes technology should be used to make a positive difference in people's lives. He was motivated by the chance to use his IT knowledge to support veterans, simplify access to resources, and help an organization that gives back to those who have served.

Hao Phan

Hao wanted to contribute to a project with a meaningful purpose beyond technology. He was motivated by the opportunity to help Mission Home Front provide a more accessible and reliable experience for veterans seeking assistance.

Nahian Islam

Nahian wanted to be part of an effort that supports veterans and recognizes their sacrifices. She saw the project as a chance to contribute to a community-focused organization and help make its resources easier for people to access.

Client Stories

Even though my needs were out of his scope of practice, he helped me get connected with legal counsel in my area the very same day. I would definitely recommend Mr. Bastin if you are looking for an attorney that actually listens, cares about veterans, and will follow through to ensure you get the help you need.

Candice H

Bardia was attentive and demonstrated genuine care for my well-being throughout my case. His responsiveness gave me peace of mind during a challenging time, and he worked diligently to achieve the best possible outcome. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking compassionate legal representation.

Myra A

Mr. Bastin is an articulate, professional, and detail-oriented attorney who has been diligently pursuing justice in my case. His keen eye for detail and understanding the main and secondary issues relevant to my claim makes him a great asset to the Veterans Consortium, and especially to veterans. I am thrilled to have him as my attorney in this case.

Daniel H

From the beginning, he treated me with compassion, respect, and a genuine willingness to help. He cared about whether I was safe, whether I had access to resources, and what could be done to improve my situation.

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I am a public school teacher from California who came to Washington, D.C. in 2025 and eventually found myself without stable housing.

During that difficult period, I met Bardia Bastin. From the beginning, he treated me with compassion, respect, and a genuine willingness to help. He took the time to listen, understand what I was going through, and connect me with practical support during a period when I felt like I had very few options.

What stood out to me most was that his concern was not limited to a legal issue or whether there was money to be made from helping. He cared about whether I was safe, whether I had access to resources, and what could be done to improve my situation.

I am now working with Bardia to help support efforts benefiting women and others experiencing homelessness, including organizations providing food, shelter, and other essential services. My experience showed me how meaningful it can be when someone is willing to step in, listen, and help a person navigate a difficult moment in their life.

I am grateful for the support I received and for the opportunity to help extend that same support to others.

Shannon L

To Bardia it isn't about notoriety or profit, it's about seeing people happy, healthy, and thriving. You can tell by just talking to him for a few minutes that he cares deeply about veterans.

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I have a long history of people letting me down and never showing up for me when it matters the most. On August 29th 2026 I was arrested in Washington D.C. and I assumed I would also be facing the court system by myself and if it hadn't been for Bardia Bastin that would have been the case. I was terrified when I walked shackled into the courtroom - until I saw Bardia there. Even though I had only known him for a few days and shared brief conversations, in that moment I knew that I would be okay and that I had someone who was on my side and fighting for me. From that day until now he has consistently shown himself to be passionate, genuine, caring, tenacious in his pursuit of justice, and steadfast in his commitment to use his skills as an attorney to fight for marginalized people including myself. I am a disabled medically retired Army combat veteran who is also transgender. Throughout my time being a client for Bardia I never once felt like he didn't take into consideration how someone with my identity can be vulnerable in the justice system. At times to be honest he was more concerned with my safety than I was which I found to be refreshing and was proof to me that I wasn't just a client to him; I was a human being whom he cared about and wanted to see be happy and thrive outside of the court case.

One of the things I really appreciate and respect about Bardia concerning my case was that he and I both recognized injustices within the courtroom proceedings and didn't think I would get a fair shake of things if it remained just he and I. So he utilized his connections and was able to find additional representation that prevented that from occurring. I trust him much more after he did that and it confirmed to me he saw me as more than just a client. Outside of the court case, he and I have had long discussions about what his goals and aspirations are and at the root of it is a deeply held desire to see the most vulnerable and mistreated among us getting their needs met and the support they need to have a better quality of life. To Bardia it isn't about notoriety or profit, it's about seeing people happy, healthy, and thriving. I think he has a lot of great ideas and has the experience and intelligence fueled by the passion to make this world a better place. I'm grateful to have met Bardia, I'm inspired by what he's already done to help people and the communities around him, and am excited to see what he continues to do to help the people of Washington D.C. and beyond. You can tell by just talking to him for a few minutes that he cares deeply about veterans and is doing everything in his power and scope to not only provide legal representation for veterans going up against the VA but to also make sure veterans are housed, fed, and clothed. If we had more people like Bardia in the world and especially doing this work then it would be a much better and brighter place to live.

Ryan L

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